Maize starch, also known as cornstarch, has many uses, including in food, crafts, and household products.
Food
- Thickening: Maize starch is used to thicken sauces, gravies, soups, puddings, and pie fillings.
- Coating: Maize starch is used to create crispy coatings on fried foods.
- Binding: Maize starch is used as a binder in vegan egg substitutes.
- Texture: Maize starch is used to enhance the texture of foods and beverages.
- Gluten-free baking: Maize starch is used in gluten-free baking because it is free of proteins, fats, and fibers.
Crafts
- Slime: Maize starch can be used to make slime and silly putty.
- Goos: Maize starch can be used to make goos.
Household products
- Dry shampoo: Maize starch is used in dry shampoos to remove excess oil and revitalize hair.
- Silver polish: Maize starch can be used to polish silver.
- Knot untie: Maize starch can be used to untie knots by reducing friction between the fibers.
